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Charleston Boater Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Fatal 2022 Crash

Charleston Boater Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Fatal 2022 Crash

A Charleston County judge has sentenced Nicholas Francesco Zuccala Jr. to three years in prison for a fatal boating crash that occurred on the Cooper River in October 2022. Zuccala pleaded guilty to reckless homicide by operation of a boat, avoiding a jury trial. The collision involved a recreational boat and the dredge vessel Savannah near a waterfront concert, resulting in the death of 27-year-old Macy Sweatman. Investigators from the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources determined that Zuccala was operating the vessel, admitted to drinking alcohol earlier in the day, and using cocaine in the hours leading up to the crash. Forensic analysis suggested his blood-alcohol level at the time of the incident would have been between 0.10% and 0.11%, exceeding South Carolina's legal limit of 0.08%. Additionally, Zuccala was not wearing a required kill switch, a device designed to automatically shut off the engine if the operator is ejected. GPS data from the boat indicated it was traveling between 36 an...
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Man Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Fatal 2022 Charleston Boating Accident

Man Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Fatal 2022 Charleston Boating Accident

Nicholas Francesco Zuccala Jr. has been sentenced to three years in prison after pleading guilty to reckless homicide by operation of a boat. The charge stems from a fatal boating accident on October 8, 2022, in Charleston, South Carolina. Officers from the North Charleston Police Department Marine Unit responded to a distress call near the Riverfront Revival Concert on the Cooper River, where a vessel had struck a dredge vessel named 'Savannah.' The collision ejected multiple people into the water. Macy Sweatman, a victim found 75 yards from the scene, suffered head trauma and died a month later from her injuries. Zuccala admitted to operating the boat and consuming alcohol earlier in the day, as well as using cocaine hours before the incident. His blood alcohol content was 0.049 more than four hours after the collision, with the State intending to introduce evidence suggesting it was between 0.10 and 0.11 at the time of impact, exceeding the state's legal limit of 0.08. Additionally, Zuccala was not wear...
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First Responders Search for Boater After Fall Near Charleston Dock

First Responders Search for Boater After Fall Near Charleston Dock

First responder crews in Charleston, South Carolina, initiated a search operation late Sunday night for an individual who reportedly fell off a boat near a dock. Emergency personnel were dispatched to Lockwood Drive just before 8 p.m. following reports of the incident. The search involved multiple agencies, including the Charleston, North Charleston, and Mt. Pleasant Fire Departments, Charleston Police Department, Charleston County EMS, Charleston County Sheriff’s Office, US Coast Guard, and Charleston County Rescue. Crews continued their search efforts past midnight before calling off the operation for the night. The search is scheduled to resume on Monday morning. Further details regarding the individual's identity or the circumstances surrounding the fall have not yet been released.
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Lowcountry Agencies Launch Search for Individual After Marina Fall in Charleston, SC

Lowcountry Agencies Launch Search for Individual After Marina Fall in Charleston, SC

Multiple agencies in the Lowcountry region of South Carolina initiated a search operation after a person fell off a boat near the dock at the Harborage at Ashley Marina on Sunday night. Emergency personnel, led by Chief Mike Julazadeh of the Charleston Fire Department, were dispatched to 33 Lockwood Drive just before 8 p.m. The search involved a coordinated effort from various local and federal entities, including the North Charleston and Mount Pleasant Fire Departments, the Charleston Police Department, the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office, Charleston County EMS, the U.S. Coast Guard, and Charleston County Rescue. Crews continued their search efforts until after midnight before suspending operations for the night.
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Two North Carolina Men Charged in South Carolina Dogfighting Operation, 40 Dogs Rescued

Two North Carolina Men Charged in South Carolina Dogfighting Operation, 40 Dogs Rescued

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) has announced charges against two North Carolina men, Dennis Ray Williams, 69, and Samuel Garen Mobley, 49, for allegedly operating a dogfighting ring out of a residence in Blacksburg, South Carolina. The charges, filed on Thursday, include two counts of Criminal Conspiracy, Ill Treatment of Animals, and Animal Fighting or Baiting. The investigation began with an anonymous tip regarding fighting dogs being kept at a property on 99 Island Road in Blacksburg, owned by Williams. During a search of the property, agents discovered 40 dogs. Evidence found at the scene, including a piece of mail and dog medicine with Mobley’s name, linked him to the operation. A veterinarian examined the rescued dogs, confirming that 38 of them exhibited scarring consistent with organized dogfighting. Authorities also noted the use of ATVs and UTVs to transport the dogs from the property. Both Williams and Mobley have been booked into the Cherokee County Detention Center and rema...
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Mother Arrested After 6-Year-Old Found with Loaded AR Pistol on Richland County School Bus

Mother Arrested After 6-Year-Old Found with Loaded AR Pistol on Richland County School Bus

A mother was arrested in Richland County, South Carolina, after her 6-year-old child was found with a loaded AR pistol on a school bus. The incident occurred around 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday when the school resource officer for JP Thomas Elementary School was alerted. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott identified the arrested individual as Destar Hall, 35, who faces charges of unlawful conduct toward a child. Authorities confirmed that the weapon was an AR pistol loaded with .556 rounds and was safely confiscated from the child. Investigators determined that the gun had not been properly secured at the family's home, allowing the child to access it. Hall was subsequently taken to the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center, awaiting a bond hearing.
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Licensed Counselor Lawrence Lovell Advocates for Practical Self-Care Habits Over Indulgence

Licensed Counselor Lawrence Lovell Advocates for Practical Self-Care Habits Over Indulgence

Licensed Counselor Lawrence Lovell Advocates for Practical Self-Care Habits Over Indulgence
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Southern U.S. Braces for Prolonged Triple-Digit Heatwave, Threatening Record Highs

Southern U.S. Braces for Prolonged Triple-Digit Heatwave, Threatening Record Highs

A dangerous heatwave is currently gripping the Southern United States, with forecasts indicating that triple-digit temperatures and stifling humidity will persist throughout the week, extending from Texas to Florida and the Carolinas. This prolonged heat is attributed to a stubborn atmospheric feature known as a heat dome. The combination of extreme heat and muggy conditions has already pushed heat indices above 105 degrees Fahrenheit, and in some areas like southern Georgia, coastal South Carolina, the Florida Panhandle, and the mid-South region around Memphis, they have even exceeded 110 degrees. While Kentucky, Tennessee, and the southern Appalachians might experience some slight relief by late this weekend, the rest of the South is expected to endure these extreme conditions for at least much of next week, if not longer. Many parts of the South will see highs in the mid-90s, with numerous locations, particularly away from the Gulf Coast, reaching upper 90s or even 100s, threatening daily record highs.
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Charleston Crab House to Feature Coca-Cola Mural on Market Street as Part of 'Paint the Nation' Campaign

Charleston Crab House to Feature Coca-Cola Mural on Market Street as Part of 'Paint the Nation' Campaign

Charleston Crab House to Feature Coca-Cola Mural on Market Street as Part of 'Paint the Nation' Campaign
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Las Vegas Man Arrested for Fatal DUI Crash Near Strip

Las Vegas Man Arrested for Fatal DUI Crash Near Strip

Daylon Bernstine, 60, has been arrested in connection with a fatal multi-vehicle crash near the Las Vegas Strip. Police reports indicate Bernstine was driving under the influence of alcohol, exceeding the legal limit, and his vehicle smelled of marijuana when he struck two other cars. The incident occurred on a Wednesday shortly before 6:10 p.m. near East Desert Inn and Paradise roads. Bernstine initially rear-ended a 2017 Honda sedan at a low speed, then accelerated through the intersection, colliding with a 2022 Honda sedan driven by Roy Izquierdo, 28. Izquierdo's vehicle was pushed into a concrete retaining wall, and he later died from blunt force injuries at Sunrise Hospital. Bernstine faces two felony charges: DUI resulting in death and reckless driving. He reportedly refused to answer questions, participate in field sobriety tests, or provide an evidentiary blood sample at the hospital. Authorities also noted Bernstine did not possess a valid driver's license at the time of the collision. Court recor...
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Faherty Brand to Open New Store on Main Street in Downtown Greenville by Early 2027

Faherty Brand to Open New Store on Main Street in Downtown Greenville by Early 2027

Faherty Brand to Open New Store on Main Street in Downtown Greenville by Early 2027
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On This Day: Robert F. Stockton's Journey From Commodore to U.S. Senator

On This Day: Robert F. Stockton's Journey From Commodore to U.S. Senator

Robert Field Stockton, a figure of considerable influence in 19th-century America, was not only a distinguished naval commodore but also a signific...